Pixel 10a vs Pixel 9a size
The Pixel 10a measures 153.9 x 73 x 9 mm and the Pixel 9a measures 154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm. The Pixel 10a and Pixel 9a take up almost exactly the same space in your hand.
- Pixel 10a183 g153.9 x 73 x 9 mm
- Pixel 9a186 g154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Pixel 10a measures up
| Spec | Pixel 10a | Pixel 9a | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 153.9 mm 6.06 in | 154.7 mm 6.09 in | -0.8 mm (-0.5%) |
| Width | 73 mm 2.87 in | 73.3 mm 2.89 in | -0.3 mm (-0.4%) |
| Thickness | 9 mm 0.35 in | 8.9 mm 0.35 in | +0.1 mm (+1.1%) |
| Weight | 183 g 6.5 oz | 186 g 6.6 oz | -3 g (-1.6%) |
| Screen | 6.3 in | 6.3 in | Same |
| Front footprint | 112.3 cm² | 113.4 cm² | -1 cm² (-0.9%) |
What the difference feels like
The two are within 0.3 mm of each other in width, which is the measurement your grip notices most, so they should feel close to the same in the hand.
Height is almost identical, so they sit the same in a pocket.
Common questions
Is the Pixel 10a bigger than the Pixel 9a?
The Pixel 10a and Pixel 9a take up almost exactly the same space in your hand. Height differs by 0.8 mm and width by 0.3 mm.
Will a Pixel 9a case fit the Pixel 10a?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 0.8 mm in height and 0.3 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Pixel 10a.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Pixel 10a, because it is 0.3 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Related comparisons
Sources
- Pixel 10a: manufacturer spec page
- Pixel 9a: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Pixel 10a and Pixel 9a.